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A privacy-first Meme Generator built with React 19 and Local AI (ONNX). No watermarks, no sign-ups, no server uploads.I built Meme Creator as a "Software for One" project because I got tired of uploading my son's personal photos to ad-filled servers just to add text. Existing tools were either expensive or slapped giant watermarks on the export.Key Features:<ul><li>Local AI Background Removal: Uses onnxruntime-web (WebAssembly) to remove backgrounds entirely in the browser.</li><li>Privacy-First: 100% Client-side. Your images never leave your device.</li><li>React 19 Architecture: Built using the latest React 19 hooks and Server Actions pattern (adapted for client-only).</li><li>Source Available: Licensed under AGPLv3. You can verify the security in the repo.</li></ul>Why I built it: Most free tools are data-harvesting operations. This is a clean, open-source alternative for people who just want to make a meme and move on.Tech Stack:<ul><li>React 19 + Vite</li><li>TypeScript</li><li>Tailwind CSS</li><li>ONNX Runtime Web (modnet quantized)</li></ul>👇 Try the Live App: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="break-all link-break text-gray-500 hover:underline" href="https://meme-creator.app">https://meme-creator.app</a>